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Shanxi County Uses DNA to Reunite Three Anti‑Japanese War Martyrs With Their Families
Licheng County in Shanxi held a ceremony on January 28 to escort home the remains of three Anti‑Japanese War martyrs to Sichuan and Hebei after DNA testing and field investigations identified them. The repatriations reflect a larger, state‑led effort to resolve unidentified wartime dead using forensic science, with implications for family closure, local governance and national memory politics.
Cold-Weather Drills Across China Signal Focus on Year-Round Combat Readiness
Chinese military and paramilitary units have carried out winter training across multiple theatres—testing air-defence, mobility, medical evacuation and small-unit tactics under severe weather. The exercises aim to eliminate seasonal readiness gaps, sharpen high-altitude and cold-weather skills, and publicly demonstrate sustained operational capability.
U.S. Flies Dozens of Heavy Transports to Middle East in Largest Short-Term Airlift This Year
Open‑source data show the U.S. moved at least 42 heavy transport aircraft into the Middle East between January 18–26, with flights delivering matériel to hubs across the region. The operation, paired with a carrier strike group entry, is a significant logistics surge intended to preposition capabilities and signal deterrence amid heightened tensions with Iran.
Turkey Cracks Alleged Iran-Directed Spy Ring Targeting NATO Base and Drone Transfers
Turkish authorities say they have dismantled an espionage network they allege was directed by Iranian intelligence, arresting six people, including defence-industry executives, accused of planning drone transfers to Cyprus and surveilling Incirlik Air Base. The case raises NATO security concerns given Incirlik's role and underlines the use of encrypted communications and commercial cover in contemporary intelligence operations.
“Take Off and Fight”: Southern Theater Air Force Demonstrates High‑Tempo Readiness
State media footage of the Southern Theater Air Force’s high‑tempo drills showcased a ‘take off and fight’ readiness aimed at compressing scramble‑to‑engagement timelines. The exercises reflect broader PLA efforts to integrate platforms and shorten decision loops, with implications for deterrence, regional signaling and the risk of inadvertent escalation.
Armed Police Open Camp to Schoolchildren in Guilin, Seeding Patriotism and Civil‑Military Ties
A People’s Armed Police detachment in Guilin hosted a school open day combining honors displays, hands‑on drills and rescue stories to promote national‑defense education among primary school pupils. The event illustrates how Chinese security forces use community outreach to cultivate patriotism, public legitimacy and ties between youth and uniformed services.
Denmark Draws a Line: Frederiksen Rejects NATO Role in Any U.S.–Greenland Deal
Danish prime minister Mette Frederiksen said NATO must not negotiate with the U.S. on behalf of Denmark or Greenland, insisting sovereignty is a non‑negotiable red line. While open to closer bilateral cooperation with Washington on Arctic security, Copenhagen is coordinating with European partners to safeguard legal and political control over Greenland.
China Kicks Off APEC “China Year” with Senior Officials Meeting in Guangzhou
China will host APEC’s first senior officials meeting and related events in Guangzhou from February 1–10, launching the country’s 2026 APEC presidency under the theme of an Asia‑Pacific community for common prosperity. The meetings aim to operationalize priorities of openness, innovation and cooperation ahead of the leaders’ informal summit in November.
India Debuts 'Animal Platoon' in Republic Day Parade, Blending Tradition with Tactical Utility
India introduced an "animal platoon"—including camels, horses, birds of prey and military dogs—at its Republic Day parade, combining ceremonial tradition with practical security roles. The display serves both domestic nation-building and soft-power signalling, while raising questions about animal welfare and the place of non-mechanised assets in a modernising military.
U.S. Readies Forces for Possible Strike on Iran as Tensions Rise Around Strait of Hormuz
The United States has told Israel that preparations for possible military action against Iran should be completed within two weeks, while retaining the option to act sooner if ordered by President Trump. The deployment of the Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group and other assets has heightened risks around the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, where Iran says it monitors and controls maritime passage and would treat third-party use of territory against Iran as hostile.
India’s Republic Day Introduces an 'Animal Platoon' — Pageantry That Marries Tradition with Security Roles
India’s Republic Day parade introduced an official “animal platoon” featuring camels, horses, birds of prey and military dogs. The contingent blends ceremonial heritage with nods to practical frontier and security roles, while also raising questions about symbolism, resource allocation and animal welfare.
China’s Maritime Pressure Forces Tokyo to Pull Back as Tension Swells Around Senkaku/Diaoyu
Beijing’s intensified maritime enforcement around the Senkaku/Diaoyu islands and renewed East China Sea development have led Tokyo to privately advise its fishing fleet to withdraw from contested waters. The stumble of conservative politician Sanae Takaichi, whose hawkish comments have eroded domestic support, highlights how external pressure is feeding internal political strain in Japan and complicating the U.S.-Japan-China triangular relationship.